In this interview, Katie talks to Kate Connell about current trends in equity in the aquatics space. Originally posted by Lakeview...

Audit your aquatic programming, pool policies, and personnel practices for access and inclusivity. In this interactive workshop, we'll...

A new Pride at the Pool event to recognize the local LGBTQ+ community demonstrates two clear hallmarks of a strong community. Originally...

The joyous and healing properties of water are universal. They connect us by representing a common thread that brings communities...

Many aquatic professionals feel committed to fostering inclusive aquatic experiences and programs for their communities. A facility’s...

Embracing diversity, fostering equity, and promoting inclusion are not just buzzwords – they are fundamental pillars shaping a vibrant...

The “lifeguard shortage” pulls up over 1.2 million search results and is top of mind for all of us in the aquatic industry. Even if we...

A diversity statement for an organization is a formal declaration or statement that outlines the organization’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility, (DEIBA). It typically articulates some of the organization’s primary values, policies, and actions related to promoting diversity within its workforce, operations, and community engagement efforts. All types of aquatic organizations can benefit from crafting and sharing a statement on inclusion